External Representation

The RSL actively participates in the Ex-Services Organisation Round Table (ESORT) forum to drive the policy changes needed to improve service provision and outcomes for veterans and their families. ESORT is the main body for consultation between ex-service organisations and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA). ESORT aims to address issues of strategic importance to the ex-service and defence communities and assist in setting directions for the medium to long term.

The Operational Working Party (OWP) is a forum designed to facilitate communication between the veteran and ex-service community, the Repatriation and Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Commissions, and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA). This forum is intended to enhance information sharing and improve communication between DVA and ESOs. It is a forum for ESOs to discuss concerns arising from the delivery of DVA services and provide recommendations for improvements in operational policy to promote quality and accountability in service delivery.

The Department of Veterans Affairs operates this forum as a link between ex-service organisations (ESOs), providers and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) in the dissemination of information on health, aged and community care issues and mental and social health policy.

The Department of Veterans Affairs operates this forum that is intended to assist in identifying priority emerging issues for veterans across the age and conflict spectrum particularly in the areas of mental and social health.

The National Aged Care Alliance is a representative body of 48 peak national organisations in aged care, comprising consumer groups, providers, unions and health professionals, working together to determine a more positive future for aged care in Australia.

Our National advocacy efforts are complemented by State advocacy, particularly through the  State and territory forums with DVA.